Controlling Your Legacy

The ending of a marriage, no matter the cause, is devastating. There are so many highly charged emotions that will play out during the weeks and months to come. As hard as the decision is to possibly divorce, it will be harder still if you are left unprepared for life once the divorce is completed.
Where do I start?
Once you have decided that a divorce is a possibility, you should start by seeking legal advice from an experienced divorce attorney in your area. Read More»

Not all Veterans Affairs (VA) injury claims can be quickly proven with specific events. You may be missing some information due to the hectic environment in your military service, or your condition could be the result of military service in general. If you can’t produce direct evidence for specific injuries, consider a few ways to bolster the success of your claim with a presumptive injury approach.
What Is A Presumptive Injury? Read More»

Are you the victim of bone cancer and don’t have the strength to work? It is in your best interest to see if you can get social security disability (SSD) benefits, but you may want to ask a lawyer to assist with the qualification process. Find out below how a lawyer can help you prove how bone cancer is affecting your ability to work, as well as the average rate for legal assistance. Read More»

If you have fertile land that could have oil underneath it, you might be approached by a representative of an oil company, who might ask to drill on your land. Believe it or not, this happens more often than you probably think. Don’t assume that you just have to say yes, however. Instead, try these tips for handling the situation.
Check Your Land Documents
Check the documents that came along with ownership of your land. Read More»

Are you overwhelmed by debt to the point that you’re considering filing for chapter 7 bankruptcy? If so, then you should be aware that filing chapter 7 is a decision that’s not to be taken lightly; while it can be a great choice for those in dire financial straits, the fact remains that a bankruptcy stays on your credit report for many years and can make it difficult to obtain new loans and lines of credit in the future. Read More»

About Me

I decided to meet with an estate lawyer a few months ago to ensure that when I die, my estate is handled the way that I want it to be handled. I've done my research, and I am determined that the government will not be deciding who inherits what when I’m gone. I want to have the last word about the inheritance that I’ll be leaving to my loved ones.
No one wants to talk or think about death, but this issue is just too important to ignore. I started a blog about estate law to help my readers better understand the benefits of controlling your own legacy, and the consequences of putting off estate planning. Don’t wait until it’s too late – find out what you need to know right away.